The depot at Cambridge
Collection is at 201 Kennedy Drive, Cambridge TAS 7170, on the eastern shore near the airport and a short run from the city over the Tasman Bridge. Traffic is light by mainland standards.
Book campervan hire Hobart before you fly and confirm the class then, since the branch holds only what is actually on the lot that week.
The Bass Strait question
If the vehicle is going back to the mainland, check ferry departure details, vehicle eligibility and availability before planning the drive to Devonport.
Coming the other way, arriving at Devonport and driving south gives you the north coast and the Midlands before you reach Hobart itself, which suits a late arrival.
- Reserve the crossing before the campsite
- Allow a day for the drive north
- Check what the ferry carries on board
| Route | Road | Character |
|---|---|---|
| East coast | Tasman Highway | Sealed, busy in summer |
| Midlands | Midland Highway | Fast, inland towns |
| West coast | Lyell Highway | Slow, wet, empty |
East coast or west
The east coast road north through Swansea and Bicheno is sealed and popular, with beaches and short driving days. The west coast is slower, wetter and far emptier, with long gaps between towns.
Weather changes fast here and snow can close the high passes outside summer. Check the forecast and the road closures each morning rather than planning a week ahead.
Cold nights and vehicle class
Vehicle categories depend on what the branch holds, so nobody can promise a particular model. Confirm berths, bedding and heating when you enquire, and check the gas and water at pickup.
If the west coast is the plan, the four-wheel-drive camper is the layout to ask about; for the east coast a conventional van handles every road.
Nights are cold outside the coast at any time of year, so ask about insulation.
Questions about hiring here
How long is the drive to Devonport?
It is a long half day on the Midland Highway. Most people break it at Launceston or leave early enough to reach the ferry comfortably.
Do I need to book the ferry in advance?
Yes, particularly over summer, when vehicle space is limited. Reserve the sailing before you lock in camp sites.
Can I see Tasmania in a week?
Only a slice of it. A week suits one coast or a Midlands loop, and covering both coasts means a lot of driving.